Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Hiram). They were the clear victor by a 14-6 margin over the Douglas County Tigers on Wednesday. The high-scoring effort was just what the Hornets needed considering they were shutout in their previous game.
Arizona Jones was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in September of 2023. She was also big at the plate, going 4-for-5 with four RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Hiram got a massive performance out of Isabella Reyes, who scored three runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. The last time Reyes' OBP was this high was back in August. Another player making a difference was Preseleigh Kimbrell, who scored four runs while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Hiram was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .393. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Douglas County only posted a batting average of .200.
Hiram's victory bumped their record up to 3-13. As for Douglas County, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-8 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hiram will host Southeast Whitfield County at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Douglas County, they will take on Paulding County at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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